Is my Medicare plan ending in Austin, TX?
Medicare plans are set by county. Austin is in Travis County, so the plans listed as leaving Travis County for 2027 apply to Austin residents.
Quick answer for Austin
17 Medicare plans are from 7 companies listed in Travis County for 2026 but not for 2027, covering at least 7,448 people enrolled today. If you live in Austin and have one of these plans, you can choose a new plan from October 15 to December 7, and coverage starts January 1.
Companies with plans leaving Travis County
| Company | Plans leaving | People enrolled (at least) |
|---|---|---|
| UnitedHealthcare | 4 | 5,561 |
| Wellcare / Ambetter (Centene) | 4 | 876 |
| Blue Cross (Health Care Service Corp) | 4 | 632 |
| Humana | 1 | 180 |
| Aetna (CVS Health) | 1 | 133 |
| Anthem (Elevance Health) | 1 | 66 |
| Cigna HealthSpring (HCSC) | 2 | not listed |
Plans going away in Travis County
| Plan going away | Company | People enrolled (at least) |
|---|---|---|
| UHC Dual Complete TX-S003 (HMO-POS D-SNP) H4514-021 | UnitedHealthcare | 3,236 |
| UHC Dual Complete TX-D002 (HMO-POS D-SNP) H4514-023 | UnitedHealthcare | 1,920 |
| Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Choice Premier (PPO) H1666-003 | Blue Cross (Health Care Service Corp) | 425 |
| Wellcare Giveback (HMO) H0174-017 | Wellcare / Ambetter (Centene) | 421 |
| UHC Dual Complete TX-V002 (HMO-POS D-SNP) H4527-003 | UnitedHealthcare | 363 |
| Wellcare Dual Liberty (HMO D-SNP) H0174-006 | Wellcare / Ambetter (Centene) | 263 |
| Wellcare Dual Access (HMO D-SNP) H0174-004 | Wellcare / Ambetter (Centene) | 192 |
| Humana USAA Honor Giveback (PPO) H5216-128 | Humana | 180 |
| Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Optimum (PPO) H1666-022 | Blue Cross (Health Care Service Corp) | 171 |
| Aetna Medicare Full Dual Care (HMO D-SNP) H4523-034 | Aetna (CVS Health) | 133 |
| Wellpoint Dual Advantage 2 (HMO D-SNP) H2593-032 | Anthem (Elevance Health) | 66 |
| UHC Complete Care Support TX-1A (Regional PPO C-SNP) R6801-008 | UnitedHealthcare | 42 |
| Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Preferred (PPO) H8634-033 | Blue Cross (Health Care Service Corp) | 21 |
| Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Dual Care Plus (HMO D-SNP) H9706-002 | Blue Cross (Health Care Service Corp) | 15 |
| Wellcare Dual Reserve (HMO D-SNP) H0174-022 | Wellcare / Ambetter (Centene) | 10 or fewer |
What to do if you live in Austin
- Read the notice from your plan. It names the plan that is ending and your choices.
- Compare 2027 options before December 7: another Medicare Advantage plan, or Original Medicare with a Medicare Supplement and a Part D drug plan.
- Check that your doctors, hospitals and pharmacy near Austin are covered by any plan you consider.
- Free, unbiased help: Texas HICAP (Health Information, Counseling and Advocacy Program) at 800-252-9240, or Medicare.gov, 1-800-MEDICARE.
Is my Medicare plan ending in Austin?
Medicare plans are offered by service area, usually county by county. Check the list above for your plan name or plan ID. A plan can be listed because it was renumbered or replaced, so your plan notice is the final word.
What happens if I do nothing in Austin?
If your plan is not renewing and you do not choose a new one, you may be moved to Original Medicare, which does not include drug coverage. Compare options before December 7 and confirm your dates with Medicare.gov or your plan notice.
Do I have to enroll if I call?
No. Calling is a conversation about your options, and you are never required to enroll.
Austin residents: call 855-367-1095
Call Lander LLC to go over your options. There is no cost to call or to speak with an agent, and you are never required to enroll in anything.
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Source: CMS Medicare Advantage and Part D landscape files for 2026 and 2027, and CMS enrollment data from September 2026.
Reviewed by Richard Lander, licensed insurance agent (NPN 21255551), Lander LLC. Last updated October 3, 2026. This page is educational and is not a quote, an offer of coverage, or legal or tax advice.